I got a new design wall. I tacked it to the wall behind my longarm. Unfortunately, my Pineapple quilt is going to be much larger than the design wall. I decided to separate the row so I could see the blocks together. Each row should measure about 90 inches but I think the design wall is closer to 70 inches. Oh, well, I can still use it but I won't be able to get the whole row up there. I'll figure something out. I already like how the first row looks!
I'm almost done with the tote bags for my friend's daughters. I just have to top stitch the top edge and close up the opening at the bottom. I really love how they came out! I wanted to finish them before I get started on the Pineapple quilt. I can't wait to give them to the girls!
I received this book as an Advanced Reader's Copy. I enter my name for all sorts of book offers but rarely win. I was so surprised when I got this in the mail. It's to be published in 2021. I'll let you know if it's good. I'm reading the Book Woman of Troublesome Creek right now and it's excellent! I'm dying to keep reading but the Nook needs to charge.
That's my week! It's been colder here and Covid has been increasing. I'm staying home and sewing as much as I can. Have a great week!
Just love the pic of the squirrel enjoying his pumpkin! We dont have squirrels here in New Zealand but they always seem such busy industrious animals.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jenny! We have plenty of squirrels running around Massachusetts! They're nervous little tree rats!!
DeleteThose tote bags are so pretty and will be so useful. Also love your pineapple blocks and look at that pretty secondary pattern they are making. I didn't know squirrels liked pumpkins so much and how neat to give them a treat out in the woods. Our numbers are slowly rising too. Grrr.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Jocelyn! I hope the girls like the totes. I'm nervous about going to work. The hospital is getting busy again. I'm constantly washing my hands and keeping my mask on the whole time.
DeleteSuch a cute photo of the squirrel - they're a favourite of mine. Used to have a few around where I lived as a child.Your Pineapple quilt is a heck of a size at 90", looking beautiful already though!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Maureen. I'm looking forward to sewing it together!
DeleteThe squirrel pic made me smile. They have been snatching the grape tomatoes and hurling them around the deck at my house. Love your pineapples. The bags turned out fabulous. Stay home, and safe.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Colette! I hope you're enjoying your time off!
DeleteBad squirrel! (albeit a very happy one!) Those pineapple blocks look terrific. Those totes look great! My sister recommended the Book Woman of Troublesome Creek - I have it on my reading list!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Sally! I just finished the book and it was wonderful! One of my favorites!
DeleteLovely tote bags and I really love those pineapple blocks. Keep up the good work. I find them a little tedious to sew but I love the finished product!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Susie! I was so sick of making Pineapple blocks but I'm glad I stuck with it. I can't wait to get my quilt top sewn together.
DeleteLoved the squirrel pic but really adore your pineapple quilt! The colors are great! Have a wonderful weekend and stay safe!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Michele! It's a great time to stay home and sew!
DeleteOh wow do I love those bags. Your quilting is also beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThe squirrel in the pumpkin shot is so fun to look at. It is lucky you could catch that one.
Thanks so much, Deana! I had my eye on that squirrel and knew he'd be back in that pumpkin!
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